Nature Index

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UNSW Sydney is the second highest-ranking Australian institution for its contribution to scientific research.

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The 2021 Nature Index lists the University as 76th out of the world’s top academic institutions, up 10 places from 86th in 2020.

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UNSW Sydney is the highest-ranking Australian institution for its contribution to scientific research.

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UNSW Sydney number one in Australia for its contribution to research in natural sciences.

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UNSW has maintained its position as one of the highest-ranking institutions in Australia in this year's Nature Index.

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UNSW’s status as a scientific research powerhouse has been recognised in the latest Nature Index. 

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Nature has named UNSW the region's top 'Rising Star' for its impressive increase in publications in prestigious scientific journals between 2012 and 2015.